FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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DSR1 - Vehicle Preparation



NOTE: Correct results of the quick tests are dependent on the proper operation of related non-Electronic Engine Control-V (EEC-V) components.

VISUAL INSPECTION

- Air cleaner and inlet ducting.

- All engine vacuum hoses for damage, leaks, cracks, blockage, proper routing, etc.

- EEC-V system wiring harness for proper connections, bent or broken pins, corrosion, loose wires, proper routing, etc.

- Powertrain Control Module (PCM), sensors, and actuators for physical damage.

- Engine coolant for proper level.

- Transmission fluid level and quality.

- Make all necessary repairs prior to continuing with TEST PREPARATION.

TEST PREPARATION

- Apply parking brake.

- Turn "OFF" the ignition, place the transmission in "PARK" (A/T) or "NEUTRAL" (M/T), and block ALL drive wheels.

- Turn "OFF" all electrical loads (lights, A/C, blower, radio, etc.).

- "START" engine and bring to normal operating temperature.

- Is vehicle prepared to run Quick Test?

YES -- GO to Diagnostic Subroutine 2.0 DSR2 - Retrieve and Record Any Continuous Memory DTCs

NO -- REPEAT this test step.